Satellite System Engineer

7 days ago

Perth, Western Australia LC60 AI - LatConnect 60 Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Exciting Opportunity to Join the LC60AI Space Team – Based at Our Joondalup Office, Western Australia
Are you a systems engineer with a passion for advancing Earth observation?

LC60AI is seeking a talented Satellite System Engineer to help drive the design, development, and operation of two cutting-edge Earth observation satellites.

This position is based at our Joondalup office, where you'll be part of a growing team tackling climate, resource, and environmental challenges with innovation and technical expertise.

Your Role

• Shape satellite system architectures, integrating payload, platform, and ground segments to meet mission goals.


• Manage and refine technical and operational requirements, working closely with stakeholders to ensure project success.


• Support detailed subsystem design, including power, thermal, comms, AOCS, and payloads.


• Oversee integration and verification, environmental testing and performance validation.


• Contribute to mission planning, scenario development, and close interface with ground operations.


• Create and maintain technical documentation, from ICDs to test procedures and design reviews.


• Act as a troubleshooting expert for anomalies during assembly, testing, and flight.


• Champion continuous improvement, bringing new ideas to optimise design, reduce cost, and enhance satellite reliability.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, electrical, systems engineering, physics, or similar.


• Demonstrated experience designing, developing, or operating satellite or space-based systems.


• Strong grasp of systems engineering (requirements, interfaces, V&V).


• Practical knowledge across satellite subsystems – avionics, power, thermal, comms, attitude/orbit control, payloads.


• Familiarity with EO technologies, sensors, and data (optical, radar, IR, etc.).


• Proficiency with CAD/modelling tools (MATLAB, Simulink, STK, SolidWorks, or similar).


• Excellent communicator and collaborative team player.


• Eligibility to work in region and willingness to travel as required.


• Either an Australian citizen or Australian PR visa holder.

Desirable Extras

• Experience with multi-satellite constellations, remote sensing, mission ops, or regulatory know-how.


• Background commercial satellite projects.


• Interest in cybersecurity for space systems.

Why Join LC60AI?

• Continuous learning and professional development.


• Experienced mentors and inspiring colleagues.


• Diverse, inclusive culture with opportunities for growth.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply with your CV and a cover letter highlighting your satellite experience and motivation to join LC60AI in Joondalup.

Questions or applications?

Please contact Mark Cassidy at LC60AI

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